Is criterion 18 (GRIHA Version 3): Renewable energy utilization, non-applicable for a multiple housing project? How will these points be considered?

Query

Is criterion 18 (GRIHA Version 3): Renewable energy utilization, non-applicable for a multiple housing project? How will these points be considered?

Solution

For residential projects, criterion 18 (GRIHA Version 3) is not mandatory. Although, the points still remain applicable. This means that if the project does not attempt criterion 18(GRIHA Version 3), it can still achieve a GRIHA rating but it will lose all 8 points.